Understanding The Types And Importance Of Rebar Stirrups In Construction
Rebar Stirrups
Stirrups are an important component of construction as they provide the required structural support to ensure the building’s integrity. Stirrups are also called ‘tie reinforcement’ or ‘stirrup reinforcement’. They encircle the vertical bars (main bars or longitudinal bars) in reinforced concrete structures like columns, beams and walls.
Stirrups prevent the main bars from buckling or moving under high loads like seismic forces or the weight of the building. Stirrups come in different shapes and sizes to meet the needs of the different construction elements.
The most common stirrups are rectangular, circular and spiral stirrups. Rectangular stirrups are used in beams and provide resistance to the shear forces. Circular stirrups are used in columns and can resist both lateral and shear forces. Spiral stirrups are used in high-rise structures and seismic-resistant...